Baltimore announces new grants to support local vaccination efforts. City hospitality workers got free groceries with their vaccines today at M&T Bank Stadium. And in Baltimore County, churches and mobile units are working to connect with residents who are still hesitant about getting a COVID vaccine. Plus, an audio postcard from a cicada hunt with bug enthusiast Dr. Mike Raupp.

<p>Baltimore announces new grants to support local vaccination efforts. City hospitality workers got free groceries with their vaccines today at M&amp;T Bank Stadium. And in Baltimore County, churches and mobile units are working to connect with residents who are still hesitant about getting a COVID vaccine. Plus, an audio postcard from a cicada hunt with bug enthusiast Dr. Mike Raupp.</p>

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